The local experts at The Bone & Joint Center, a leading orthopedic practice in the region, have observed a significant uptick in injuries correlating with the surging popularity of pickleball. This trend mirrors recent findings from insurance carriers and analysts, indicating a parallel increase in pickleball-related injuries on a national scale. In response to the growing concern, the practice's experts have formulated comprehensive guidelines aimed at promoting safety and injury prevention among pickleball enthusiasts.
JAMES M.
SCHNEIDER, M.D.
Specialties
Sports Medicine
Knee
Shoulder
Trauma
Locations
Albany
Catskill
About
Dr. James Schneider is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon whose interests include orthopaedic trauma, fracture care, and sports injuries of the knee and shoulder. He completed a sports medicine fellowship at New England Baptist Hospital in Boston and served as a team physician for the Boston Celtics.
Dr. Schneider is the team physician for several local high schools and colleges.
Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science: Siena College, Loudonville, NY
- Doctor of Medicine: State University of New York Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency: Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY
- Sports Medicine Fellowship: New England Baptist Hospital, Boston, MA
- Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional Associations
- Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- Medical Society of the County of Albany
- National Board of Medical Examiners
- New York State Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Staff Appointments
- Albany Medical College: Clinical Assistant Professor
Hospital Affiliations
- Albany Medical Center
- Capital Region Ambulatory Surgery Center
- Center for Advanced Ambulatory Surgery
- St. Peter’s Hospital
Team Affiliations
- University at Albany, State University of New York
News
Patient Reviews
- “Dr. Schneider gave great suggestions to try and manage pain.”– Robbyann G.Patient Rating:
- “I have found the staff and Doctor Schneider to be helpful, professional, and friendly. I was in a vulnerable position, and the doctor and staff helped with diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up paperwork in a timely manner. I was hurt on Christmas Eve and needed my short-term disability paperwork turned in and found a staff named Remy to be very helpful. Thank you again to the team.”– Michael B.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Schneider provided me with an alternative treatment trying to avoid a surgical procedure. I am hopeful and confident the treatment will work. His patience and knowledge are appreciated.”– Arthur S.Patient Rating: